Home-Visiting Cognitive Intervention for the Community-Dwelling Elderly Living Alone

Lee, Ju Youn; Lee, Ae Young

doi:10.12779/dnd.2020.19.2.65

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“…Also, the previous study by Lee supports that home-visiting cognitive intervention for the elderly dementia patients can bring positive benefits to improve cognition, emotion, and functional abilities. 88 Moreover, for dementia patients who stay at home for fear of infection, or who are under quarantine, health care services can be continued via telephone services in the event a “memory aid-package” has been delivered.…”

Section: Strategy For Managing Dementia During the Covid-19 Pandemicsmentioning

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Coping with Dementia in the Middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Multiple neurological complications have been associated with the coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), which is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. This is a narrative review to gather information on all aspects of COVID-19 in elderly patients with cognitive impairment. First, the following three mechanisms have been proposed to underlie the neurological complications associated with COVID-19: 1) direct invasion, 2) immune and inflammatory reaction, and 3) hypoxic brain damage by COVID-19. Next, because the elderly dementia patient population is particularly vulnerable to COVID-19, we discussed risk factors and difficulties associated with cognitive disorders in this vulnerable population. We also reviewed the effects of the patient living environment in COVID-19 cases that required intensive care unit (ICU) care. Furthermore, we analyzed the impact of stringent social restrictions and COVID-19 pandemic-mediated policies on dementia patients and care providers. Finally, we provided the following strategies for working with elderly dementia patients: general preventive methods; dementia care at home and nursing facilities according to the activities of daily living and dementia characteristics; ICU care after COVID-19 infection; and public health care system and government response. We propose that longitudinal follow-up studies are needed to fully examine COVID-19 associated neurological complications, such as dementia, and the efficacy of telemedicine/telehealth care programs.

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Section: Strategy For Managing Dementia During the Covid-19 Pandemicsmentioning

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“…Elderly individuals living with a spouse or in two-generation households benefited cognitively from internet access [ 40 ]. Active cognitive interventions could provide possible benefits to improve cognition, GDS, and functional abilities for community-dwelling elderly living alone [ 41 ].…”

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Sociodemographic features associated with the MoCA, SPPB, and GDS scores in a community-dwelling elderly population

Zhang,

Abudukelimu,

Sali

et al. 2023

BMC Geriatr

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Background An accurate evaluation of cognitive function, physical health, and psychological health is fundamental for assessing health problems in the elderly population, and it is important to identify the necessity of early therapeutic intervention. The objective of this study was to evaluate the states of mental and physical functions and to investigate the relationships between sociodemographic features and these functions in a community-dwelling elderly population. Methods This community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in a suburban district of Shanghai, China. A total of 1025 participants aged 60–89 years underwent investigations of demographic and lifestyle features and a multidimensional geriatric evaluation comprising the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB), and Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS). Results The results of the multivariate linear regression models demonstrated that the MoCA and SPPB scores decreased with advancing age (all P < 0.01). However, the GDS score did not exhibit an age-related decrease (P = 0.09). Both sex and living alone influenced the MoCA score (P < 0.01 and P = 0.04, respectively), SPPB score (P < 0.01 and P = 0.04, respectively), and GDS score (P < 0.01 and P < 0.01, respectively). A higher education level was related to better MoCA and SPPB scores (all P < 0.01). Furthermore, age and sex had interactive effects on the MoCA score (P = 0.03) and SPPB score (P < 0.01). The kernel-weighted local polynomial smoothing curves exhibited similar trends. Conclusions It is imperative to develop a more sensitive evaluation of physical function, and to encourage various intellectually and emotionally stimulating social activity strategies to promote healthy aging, especially in elderly women and those living alone who have a low education level.

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“…The TMT is divided into Parts A and B, wherein visual perceptual ability, complex visual scanning, and agility are comprehensively required. 21 ) Part A required connecting the displayed numbers by drawing a line through them in sequential order. Part B required the participants to alternately connect numbers and letters by drawing lines sequentially.…”

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Effectiveness of an Exercise Program for Older Adults Using an Augmented Reality Exercise Platform: A Pilot Study

Park¹,

Shin²

2023

Ann Geriatr Med Res

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Background: With the rapid progression of population aging worldwide, the health management of older adults is emerging as an important topic. To help prevent declines in physical and cognitive function due to aging, older adults must maintain consistent physical activity. The development of digital technology has recently allowed the optimization of exercise programs for older adults using augmented reality (AR) game technology. Methods: Fifteen older adult females were enrolled in an AR-based exercise program. The program was conducted for 30 minutes, three times weekly, for a total of 6 weeks. To verify the effectiveness of the program and assess physical function before and after exercise, the following tests were performed: timed up-and-go test, five times sit-to-stand test, 1-minute sit-to-stand test, lung capacity test, respiratory muscle strength test, and bioelectrical impedance analysis. The Trail Making Test was used to evaluate cognitive function. For statistical analysis, a paired t-test was used to verify the effects on physical and cognitive function before and after exercise.Results: The study results confirmed improved overall physical and cognitive function. The timed up-and-go test, maximal inspiratory pressure, and Trail Making Test part B scores showed significant increases.Conclusion: This study verified the effectiveness of AR exercise in community-dwelling older adult women. In the future, exercise programs with game elements that increase the interest and motivation of participants to engage in exercise routines should be developed and applied.

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Home-Visiting Cognitive Intervention for the Community-Dwelling Elderly Living Alone

Cited by 7 publications

References 22 publications

Coping with Dementia in the Middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Coping with Dementia in the Middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Sociodemographic features associated with the MoCA, SPPB, and GDS scores in a community-dwelling elderly population

Effectiveness of an Exercise Program for Older Adults Using an Augmented Reality Exercise Platform: A Pilot Study

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